Chapter 68 ALARIC'S POV The tension in my chest was unbearable. My mind replayed Elena’s broken expression over and over again, but I shoved the guilt aside. I knew I had done the right thing. Mia walked ahead of me, her posture stiff as she led me through the dimly lit halls. The silence between us was thick, filled with unspoken words. When we finally reached her room, she pushed the door open and stepped aside, gesturing for me to enter. I hesitated for a moment before stepping inside, the soft click of the door closing behind me sealing me in with my thoughts. Mia leaned against the wooden desk, her arms crossed over her chest as she studied me. Her sharp eyes were unreadable, but I could tell she had questions—ones she wouldn’t let me walk away from. "Sit," she said. I sighed but obeyed, sinking into the chair beside her bed. My body felt heavy, as if the weight of my decision had finally settled onto my shoulders. Mia exhaled and tilted her head slightly. "Why?" I
Chapter 69 ALARIC’S POV A sharp pain tore through my chest, an invisible force gripping my ribs and squeezing until I could barely breathe. I clenched my teeth, my hands balling into fists as I braced myself against the wave of agony rolling through me. My wolf howled in my head, a mournful, gut-wrenching sound that sent shivers down my spine. Damn it… I had expected the rejection to hurt—but not like this. It was as if claws were raking through my insides, tearing at the bond that once connected me to Elena. My body felt like it was burning from the inside out, and for the first time in years, I felt weak. Mia must have noticed because her brows furrowed with concern as she moved closer. "Alaric?" I sucked in a sharp breath, forcing myself to stay upright. "I’m fine," I gritted out. "Liar," she muttered. Before I could protest, she knelt beside me, her hands hovering uncertainly over my arm. "It’s the rejection, isn’t it?" I let out a rough exhale, beads of sweat formi
Chapter 70 ARIANNA'S POV I inhaled deeply, trying to steady my nerves as I walked toward the storage room where the healers kept the herbs and fresh towels. My hands were still slightly unsteady, my mind a tangled mess of emotions after everything that had just happened with Elena. The fight. The anger in her eyes. The way I had won—something I knew neither of us had expected. And then Alaric. I clenched my jaw, shaking my head as I pushed the thought away. Now wasn’t the time. I had come out here for a reason—to gather the herbs and towels for Sergio. I needed to focus on that, not on the way my body still felt charged from the confrontation, or the way Alaric had looked at me when he had stepped in. I forced my mind into a blank state, moving quickly as I gathered the things I needed. My fingers automatically picked out the right herbs—lavender for calming, comfrey for pain relief, and a few dried leaves of wolfsbane for disinfecting wounds. I grabbed a stack of soft l
ARIANNA'S POV His gaze was heavy, the weight of it pressing against my skin like an unspoken threat. His hands were buried in his pockets, but I knew him well enough to sense the storm brewing beneath his calm facade. “Why?” His voice was quiet but laced with something darker. “Why do you insist on keeping that maid?” I lifted my chin, keeping my expression unreadable. “She’s been with me. She’s loyal.” Sergio scoffed, his lips curling in displeasure. “Loyal?” He took a slow step forward, eyes narrowing. “Ariana, are you really this naïve? Do you think loyalty is that simple?” I swallowed but didn’t back down. “What are you trying to say?” His jaw clenched. “I want her gone.” A slow exhale left me. I should’ve seen this coming. Sergio didn’t like anyone too close to me, especially people he didn’t trust. He saw shadows where there were none, threats in places I only saw safety. But I wasn’t a fool either. “No,” I said, my voice steady. “I don’t want you to change my mai
Arianna's POV“Sergio, she’s just a maid,” I said, exhaling deeply. “She’s not just a maid,” Sergio snapped, his eyes narrowing. “I’ve been Alpha long enough to know when someone is hiding something.” I crossed my arms, leaning back against the armrest of the couch. “She’s scared, Sergio. You confronted her like a criminal. Of course she panicked.” Sergio paced the room, his shoulders tense. The glow of the moon spilled through the window, illuminating his furrowed brows. “Arianna, I can’t ignore this. Something about her feels... wrong.” I sighed, running a hand through my hair. “Not everyone who’snervous has a hidden agenda. She’s new. She’s trying to adjust. Please, let it go.” His sharp gaze softened slightly as he turned to me. “You always see the good in people.” “And you see the bad,” I countered, offering a faint smile. “That’s why we balance each other.” Sergio finally sat down beside me, his hand finding mine. The warmth of his touch sent a ripple of comfort th
Chapter 73Arianna’s POVThe world tilted around me as Alaric’s words sank in. How could he say something like that without even trying to bat an eyelid? It's as though for some reason, he had forgotten that Elena was his mate.Even though he just rejected her, he must still feel something for her.Right? Pity? Guilt? Anything?My breath caught, my fingers trembling as I clutched the edges of my dress. She had done a wrong thing, but I couldn't even bring myself not to pityher."We could pass whatever punishment meant for someone who tried to seduce the Alpha to Elena… since that's what she did."Elena, who had schemed and manipulated, who had done everything in her power to put me in a bad lime light in front of Sergio and the entire pack.I blinked, my heart hammering against my ribs.I searched Alaric’s face, looking for something—anything—that would tell me I misheard him. But his expression remained unreadable, a mask of unshaken authority. The air in the room thickened, pres
ARIANNA“Don't humor me. You know what I'm talking about.” I rolled my eyes as he instinctively locked eyes with Mia for a brief second before clearing his throat dramatically.“Ummmm…I…” He was stuttering, literally unable to form coherent sentences so I took the liberty of the situation to answer for him.“Alaric would be right back. We need to talk about something.” I flashed him a smile and he looked away almost immediately like I was being creepy.“Yeah…yeah, that's right. I'd like to discuss with the Luna but whatever the counsel feels is the punishment that is due for Elena. Please go ahead and deal with her accordingly.” He nodded his head and I hummed, grabbing his hand and pushed him outside.“Alright.” Sergio answered, staring at I and Sergio with suspicious glances but this wasn't the time to explain anything to him here.“Let go, let go.” Alaric mumbled as I pushed him out of Sergio's office and banged the door behind us.“Arianna, I know what you're thinking but it's rea
ARIANNA“Good riddance, I have always wanted that lady Elena to be banished.” Those were the murmurs that filled my ears as Elena was escorted by some guards to the boundary while I went back to my room to lay down.The past few days have been quite chaotic and all I needed was just a little bit of silence and peace.Everything was happening too fast and my daughter hadn't been found yet.Anytime I remembered that, my heart seemed to fall into the deepest part of my belly.The urge to ask Sergio when he was going to find her was overwhelming but I couldn't bring myself to do it.He was doing a lot already and reminding him that his daughter was still yet to be found would only mean adding salt to the injury that was already hurting.I honestly doubt that he doesn't even remember it. It must be on his mind every single moment and I knew it.How sunken and pale he looked, the eye bags that showed he was barely sleeping, everything was proof that he hadn't given up hope yet.“Ma'am, I he
Author’s NoteAs I write these final words and close the chapter on Chasing His Stunning Luna, my heart feels both full and unbearably heavy. This book has been a journey—one that I poured my soul into, one that became a part of me in ways I never imagined. The characters, their struggles, their triumphs, their love—they were not just words on a page but living, breathing parts of my heart. And now, having to say goodbye to them feels like losing dear friends.This story was not just a tale of love, redemption, and strength—it was my anchor during some of the toughest days of my life. While crafting Arianna and Sergio’s world, I faced personal battles of my own, struggling with health difficulties that made writing a challenge.Updates were a hassle to do, writing was a hassle. I thought of abandoning this book, I thought of just giving up as I was so exhausted but a lot of you readers stood by me and supported me. There were days I could barely focus, days when I questioned whether
The sun hung high in the sky, its golden rays casting a warm glow over the training grounds. The sound of fists meeting flesh, the rhythmic thuds of bodies hitting the ground, and the sharp bark of commands filled the air.Arianna stood at the center of it all, her presence commanding, radiating both power and grace. She was no longer the hesitant Luna of the past but a leader who had fully embraced her role. Clad in a fitted black training suit that accentuated her toned physique, her golden-brown hair was tied into a thick braid that cascaded down her back, strands sticking to her sweat-dampened skin as she moved with fluid precision."Again!" she called out, her voice firm yet encouraging. "I want strength in every move! No hesitations!"The Gammas followed her command without question, executing a series of swift, lethal movements as they sparred in pairs. Arianna walked among them, correcting stances, blocking sloppy punches, and offering sharp critiques where needed. Her golden
ARIANNAIf I was able to curse in my wolf form, I would curse at this point!Sergio stood to his feet immediately and I looked over at the battlefield.It was chaos, the air thick with the scent of blood and burning wood. My chest heaved as I stood amidst the carnage, my gaze locked onto the massive wolf lying in a broken heap before me. Logan’s father.My body trembled from the force of my last attack. He had been aiming for Sergio—his massive frame crashing into my mate with the force of a hurricane. The sound of bones snapping echoed in my ears, and a cold rage settled deep inside me. Sergio groaned, but he was alive. My heart clenched at the sight of his battered body, but I couldn't allow myself to falter. Not now.The beast’s golden eyes flickered, his breath coming in short, labored pants. He was still alive, still trying to move. My glare bore into him, a silent promise that he would not leave this battlefield alive. He had hurt my mate. That alone sealed his fate.A sudden
ARINNA “Sergio,” I rasped, my voice a broken whisper, the name barely making it past my lips. He turned sharply, his dark eyes locking onto mine, immediately scanning me for injuries I think as I stood from the floor. “Baby?” I stopped short, my pulse drumming in my ears. I needed to say it, but the words felt like glass in my throat, sharp and impossible to swallow. I swallowed hard. “It’s Annika.” His brows drew together, his body tensing like a bowstring being pulled tight. “What about Annika?” His voice was rough, wary, as if he already knew but refused to believe it. I forced the words out before they could strangle me. “Silas has her. He brought her for us, I'm sure you can use her as bait. Sergio didn’t move. Didn’t speak. For a heartbeat, he was stone, silent and unreadable. Then, like a dam breaking, the realization slammed into him, and his entire body snapped taut. “What?” The word was a blade, sharp and deadly. I nodded, my breath coming fast. “He caught her. And
ARIANNA "We’re ready." The elder finally announced, his voice steady but grim as he turned to face me and I gulped. My heart was beating fast, really fast at this stage. Nothing can go wrong, I can't afford it. Dear goddess, if you're listening, please make this work. He motioned for the guards standing by the entrance. Two of them stepped forward, their heavy boots thudding against the cold stone floor. Their faces were set, but I could see the doubt lurking in their eyes. They had watched Sergio slip further and further away. They had seen me breaking apart with every breath he failed to take. And now, they were seeing my hope—the last shred of it—held in the elders calloused hands and whatever that potion is that he was holding. "Carefully." He instructed with a scrunched up face as they bent over him. The wound was still fresh yet it seemed like it was decaying and I thanked the moon goddess at least for the fact that he slipped into unconsciousness because the pai
ARIANNA I turned to Silas, my voice steady despite the tension coiling in my chest as my mind went back to the fact Sergio hadn't woken up yet. "You brought her here. You hide her. Somewhere no one will find her. Chain her up, make sure she can’t escape." Silas narrowed his eyes, nodding and then began scratching his head like he was shy of something. "Alright I'll do so." I turned to Mia for some back up but she just threw her hands up and leaned in to whisper. "He's thrilled and a little shy. To them, if someone ever gives a task, which means the person traits you. You could never understand their rules." She shrugged and I nodded in understanding. "What if she decides to be stubborn and thrash out or fight me? Can I hit her?" I almost bursted out in laughter but just let out a sharp breath. "Make sure she doesn’t get the chance. Just do it anyway you can before anyone sees her. We don’t need unnecessary attention." He nodded once and dragged Annika away into the, her muffle
ARIANNA. "Hello, ladies." We heard a voice call as we were running towards the kitchen and we halted, turning to see Silas. Ahh, Silas! That reminds me, I really wanted to talk to him. "Silas right?" I called stretching my hands out for a handshake and he took it gracefully, leaning forward to kiss it and I stared at Mia with a confused smile. "Formal greeting. Uncle Zed trained all of them, they all do it." That was true, from Sergio to Alaric and now Silas, they all did it. I might need to have a little backstory on uncle Zed but absolutely not now that my Brian is in jumbles. "Yeah, Silas. Mia, how are you doing?" She flipped her hair and held out her hands and he chuckled before taking it and planting a soft peck. "I have something that might interest the both of you." Mia giggled almost immediately grabbing my hand. "Sure, show us." I was confused, really confused on what would possibly interest me apart from the herbs at this point and he just motioned for us to
ARIANNA. He had slipped in and out of consciousness twice already and it wasn't even getting any funnier. The pack elders all stood roundabout him, chattering in low tones yet no productive effort had been made. They had actually tried to stop the blood from flowing out which was better but he was still far from being healthy and that's exactly what I wanted for him, I wanted him to be healthy. "So all your years of experience, none of you had seen this kind of wound?" I questioned and they shook their head I negativity and I moved to slam my fist into the wall but instead slammed it on Alaric's palm. He had our his hands just there in time and I swallowed. "Sergio will recover and I'm not ready to answer as any question as to why there are scars on your first." He stated and I sighed taking a deep breath as I tried to control myself. Deep inside of me, I was loosing my mind. I was loosing my fucking mind. "Some of the elders are still on their way though so rest assured
SERGIO Blood spurted for. the exact point where he had stabbed me and I fell to my knees as the wound was unable to heal. I glared at him while Elder Zed or would I say, Father as I've always called him stared at the both of us in horror. "What the hell, Logan? You never told me that you killed your mother and that now you'd kill your uncle top?" He sounded displeased but almost confused like he wasn't sure what he was supposed to do. "Say no fucking word." Logan instructed and I gagged for Uncle Zed's sake. "That's wolfsbane. It's not going to heal, the only reason why I'm still keeping you alive is the fact that I want you to see me claim your pack right from under your nose. Claim my daughter and her mother." Logan smirked but my vision suddenly became blurry and I was unsure of what to say. "Sergio, baby..." Arianna came running towards me and I had to use l ounce of energy I had left in me to mindlink her. *Don't. Don't come. I'm going to survive this, but what I'm